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Pumping station selection for foul and drainage waters

Wednesday, 5th October 2022

The provision of a pumping system is becoming more common in many developments as gravity cannot always be deployed and a pumped solution would be critical to the success of the scheme. Pumping stations fall into 3 main categories Package... View Article

AHR reports strong earnings despite challenging economic environment

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

AHR reports robust earnings in turnover and profit through 2021, the company’s latest financial results have shown. The architecture and building consultancy practice’s recently published group figures for the year to 31 December 2021 show that turnover increased by 8%... View Article

Need help with specifying natural or hybrid ventilation solutions? Talk to Passivent

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

Supporting your specification Each project requires a unique ventilation solution and Passivent can help you identify the most appropriate products for your building’s natural or hybrid ventilation strategy. Our extensive offering is supported by market-leading technical expertise and knowledge gained... View Article

Golden Age of Travel inspired Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford completes

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

Scott Brownrigg’s design for the refurbishment of the 225-room Hyatt Regency London Stratford and 125-room Hyatt House London Stratford in the East End of London has completed. Located within an existing single building on the edge of Westfield Stratford City,... View Article

Lignacite podcast sheds light on construction’s building blocks for change

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

Lignacite, a leading UK manufacturer of sustainable concrete blocks, is celebrating this month, following the launch of its new Building Matters podcast. Bringing together the construction industry’s best and brightest minds, it aims to shape the future of the sector... View Article

Planning approved for new village masterplan and historic restorations of historic Impney Estate

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

The planning application to reinvigorate the historic Impney Estate, north of Droitwich Spa, has been approved by Wychavon District Council in Worcestershire. Custodians of the Estate, Impney Ltd, are looking to realise a sustainable future for the Grade II* Impney... View Article

Architects design innovative new primary school in East London to support new ways of learning

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

London-based architecture practice Penoyre & Prasad, a studio of Perkins&Will, has designed a new 420-pupil primary school in Sugar House Island, East London. The new School will support the unique curriculum of the education provider, the Big Education Trust, and... View Article

Social housing system receives boost in Leicester following planning approval

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

The first phase of a new development designed to alleviate some of the pressure on Leicester’s social housing system has been granted approval by the city’s planning department. The Lanesborough Road scheme in Rushey Mead will feature a total of... View Article

A steel window survey from ASWS will save you time and may help secure you the tender!

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

With 60 years’ experience as a specialist steel window refurbishment and replacement company, ASWS is offering a valuable survey service to property owners, contractors and architects. Known for their large, prestigious projects in the capital like Bush House and Hackney... View Article

The retail mix – Encasement combines design and practicality

Tuesday, 4th October 2022

Decorative column casings and building linings are key aspects of the retail environment and Encasement products are installed in a diverse range of projects including many well-known brands, including Porsche, ASDA, Kia Motors, Tesco, Next, Oak Furnitureland and Greggs. Used on both new-build and... View Article

Employee ownership secures a bright future for JDDK

Monday, 3rd October 2022

Employees of Newcastle-based JDDK Architects are now owners of the multi award-winning practice following a 100% share transfer to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). EOT’s were introduced in the UK in 2014 after a government review identified that employee-owned companies... View Article

There is more to a Passive House than the bigger picture

Monday, 3rd October 2022

Without a doubt, the climate emergency must be taken seriously. Buildings account for 35 percent of total global energy consumption. We know it is essential that we transition to sustainable construction methods and materials. Understanding the environmental implications of our... View Article

Protect Duty

Monday, 3rd October 2022

A study by security manufacturer study reveals that only SEVEN UK councils have assigned budget to the upcoming ‘Protect Duty’ legislation. 237 UK councils currently have zero budget assigned to the looming regulations Freedom of information requests submitted to UK... View Article

Embodied carbon – CIBSE calculation methods

Monday, 3rd October 2022

CIBSE expand building services embodied carbon calculation methodology to support engineers internationally. CIBSE is launching an addendum to TM65, the embodied carbon calculation methodology published in 2021. TM65 Embodied carbon in building services: Using the TM65 methodology outside the UK (TM65LA) is designed to... View Article

Foster + Partners completes new DJI Sky City in Shenzhen

Monday, 3rd October 2022

Foster + Partners has completed the new headquarters for DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology. Located in the Nanshan District in southwest Shenzhen, China, the two towers – 44 and 40 storeys respectively – are... View Article

EDGE celebrates 1st anniversary with sustainability talks and reception

Monday, 3rd October 2022

EDGE, a hub for sustainable design and building materials, is celebrating its first anniversary with a short talks programme and cocktail reception on Wednesday 5th October from 1800 – 2200. EDGE, an acronym for Eco Design Green Environment, will host... View Article

New self-build farmhouse warms to external Wraptite® airtight solution

Monday, 3rd October 2022

A new self-build farmhouse in the beautiful Scottish countryside has been fitted with the high-performing Wraptite air-barrier. The project is designed to Passivhaus standards by Architect Frances Strachan-Friar. Talla Fiodha (‘timber or wooden hall’ in Gaelic), Charleston Farm, near Errol,... View Article

Restoring an empty building into a warm and welcoming workplace with Forbo Flooring Systems

Monday, 3rd October 2022

Colours inspired by the natural environment, combined with the outstanding performance of Forbo Flooring Systems’ luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and carpet tile solutions, have helped AMH Workspace create an uplifting working environment for Furniture Clinic’s new HQ, which ‘brings the... View Article